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The Baig Idea
Welcome to The Baig Idea! Your resource for addressing chronic pain and getting back to real living, including insights from our resident expert surgeon, Dr. Rafath Baig.
How Does Numbness in Your Leg and Foot Relate to Your Back
If you are experiencing numbness in your foot or leg, it may be time to see a back doctor. In fact, hip pain, numbness in your leg and foot, or general tingling in those areas may be a sign of problems that are treatable in many cases. Let’s take a look at how the...
Top 6 Stretches for Lower Back Problems
Does your lower back hurt? There are a number of stretches that can help lower back problems. Before we share our list of the best stretches for lower back problems, we want to remind you that no article can compare to the advice of your doctor. While gentle...
The Step by Step Guide to Relieve Nerve Pain in Your Leg
Are you looking for information on how to relieve nerve pain in your leg? Nerve pain in your legs can range in severity from uncomfortable to excruciating. Depending on the cause of the pain, as we explain on our website, “you may experience a mild ache, a burning...
How the Curvature of the Spine Affects Your Life
Everyone’s spine is curved, but some people have an abnormal curvature of the spine. Normal curvature of the spine gives your body strength and flexibility, but certain conditions can make the spine curve in ways that can cause a lasting impact on your life. Before...
A Guide to Types of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Did you know that many spine surgeries are now minimally invasive? We understand how unsettling the idea of surgery can be, but advancements in medical science have made less invasive options much more common. And, importantly, minimally invasive spine surgery can be...
The Best and Worst Exercises for Neck and Back Pain
This information should not replace the advice of your doctor. If you have questions about exercises for back and neck pain, please consult your physician. Exercise for neck pain and back pain is a complex thing. That’s because there are many different causes of neck...
Baig Idea Nutrition
Baig Idea: Pre and Post Surgery Nutrition Welcome to my blog. I’m Dr. Rafath Baig, Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon. This is the Baig Idea. Today we tackle food and nutrition. We’ve all heard the saying “you are what you eat” or “man is what he eats.” This saying goes back...
Can Spinal Arthritis Be Treated Naturally?
Living with significant back pain can be difficult day after day. Not only is there the pain to deal with, but you may also experience reduced mobility and inflammation that can make things worse. And, with significant bouts of inactivity, you may further exacerbate...
How to Avoid Spinal Fusion Surgery
If you have an ailing back and surgery has been suggested as the only way forward, you may be wondering how to avoid that spinal fusion surgery altogether. After all, there are certain ways you may be able to delay surgery to a time that works better for your needs...
Laminectomy: An Alternative to Major, Invasive Surgery for Spinal Stenosis
As someone with spinal stenosis, you've probably started doing research on treatment options. One concern you might develop is: Is a laminectomy a major surgery? The truth is, this surgery option is minimally invasive and, at most, might require a short hospital stay....